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It is likely that the coming three decades will see one of the most substantial technological transformations in human history in the implementation of the ambitions to reduce global greenhouse emissions to net zero by around 2050. Shifting from a world economy based on fossil fuels to one based on clean energy will change value chain configurations, power relations and economic geographies in ways that we have only begun to understand.
The overarching ambition of the energy and industry transitions team is to analyze how these transitions will play out and provide policymakers, business leaders and civil society with research-based advice on key aspects around how to enable a sustainable and just transition to a net-zero global society. Collaboration and partnerships with stakeholders from across society, including other research institutions, is a central part of the way we work.
Building upon techno-economic models, policy analysis and socio-technical perspectives, we explore issues around emerging technologies, policies and partnership models required to enable tipping points, especially in so-called “hard-to-decarbonize” sectors. In addition, a key strand of our work is to understand how to avoid undesired consequences from rapid decarbonization and work towards a net-zero transition that is not only quick, but also just.
SEI brief / This brief discusses key findings and policy suggestions for building fair low-carbon transport transitions, with a focus on Sweden.
Perspective / Transport workers voice concerns about technology, safety and working conditions in Swedish transport sector's rapid shift to reach net-zero by 2045.
Media coverage / Sveriges klimatpolitik kan bli mer accepterad genom satsning på kollektivtrafik, stöd för laddstationer och elbilar, skriver sex forskare från SEI på DN Debatt.
Other publication / Get an overview of the technical and financial assistance that IFIs currently provide for decarbonizing heavy industry in emerging economies.
Journal article / The article examines whether financing is a significant obstacle for achieving radical emission reductions in energy-intensive industrial sectors.
Journal article / This paper presents survey findings, revealing key factors shaping transport choices and offering policy insights for sustainable infrastructure development.
Journal article / Learn how the construction sector can play a key role in un-locking a stronger steel transition though stronger demand for green steel.
Journal article / The development of artificial intelligence has likely reached an inflection point, with implications for research in climate scenarios.
Tool / The Green Steel Tracker gathers public announcements on low-carbon investments in the steel industry and presents them transparently in one place.
Project / This project seeks to understand tensions in future consumption patterns in Sweden to ensure a fair transition to a fossil-free welfare society.
Initiative / The Gridless Solutions Initiative explores alternative technologies for the delivery of critical services like energy, sanitation and freshwater.
Initiative / The Carbon Lock-In Initiative seeks to uncover and address the barriers that uphold the fossil fuel-based economy.
Project / The LANDMARC project will enhance understanding of the potential of land-based negative emission solutions in agriculture, forestry and other land use sectors.
Project / Mistra Mineral Governance research project aims to help decision-makers in Sweden and the EU navigate the critical mineral governance landscape.
